What reading level is Mr. Ape?

Mr. Ape by Dick King-Smith is at a Level 4-5 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is Mr. Ape appropriate for?

Mr. Ape is recommended for Ages 9-12. Content intensity: "Gentle" (1/5).

What genre is Mr. Ape?

Mr. Ape is fiction — Animals.

Does Mr. Ape have any content warnings?

Mr. Ape has a content intensity rating of "Gentle" (1/5). No specific content flags noted. On HootRated, every book is rated for emotional, physical, and social content themes to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is Mr. Ape?

Mr. Ape by Dick King-Smith is 148 pages.

Mr. Ape

Dick King-Smith

Mr. Ape

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

By Dick King-Smith

by Dick King-Smith

Reading Level 4-5 Gentle (Lvl 1) Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 4th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content is gentle with no concerning themes.

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About This Book

Mr. Ape tiptoes through the grand, silent halls of his giant house, suddenly hearing footsteps outside. A mysterious Gypsy father and son appear with a caravan full of animals, stirring up more than just dust. But when Mr. Ape starts adopting creatures one by one, what surprising secret will change his lonely world forever?

Themes

Family FriendshipAnimalsCompassion

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade fiction follows a wealthy, solitary man who encounters a Gypsy father and son and begins adopting various animals, leading him to discover the true meaning of family. The story explores themes of friendship, belonging, and compassion in a gentle and heartwarming way. Suitable for readers ages 9 to 12, it contains no content requiring caution.